siloed
|si-loed|
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/ˈsaɪloʊd/
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/ˈsaɪləʊd/
(silo)
isolated storage
Etymology
Etymology Information
'silo' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'silo,' where it meant 'a pit for storing grain.'
Historical Evolution
'silo' changed from the Spanish word 'silo' and eventually became the modern English word 'silo.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a pit for storing grain,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a structure for storing bulk materials' and metaphorically 'a system or process that is isolated from others.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
isolated from others; kept separate in a way that prevents communication or collaboration.
The departments in the company were siloed, leading to inefficiencies.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41